Pelvic Health Resource Round-Up March & April
Explore top pelvic health resources that made the news in March & April 2025
Cardiovascular Disease and Endometriosis Connection
This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluates the connection between endometriosis and the risk of cardiovascular disease. The study found that women with endometriosis had a 23% higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease.
Relating Musculoskeletal Disorders to Pelvic Pain
Nearly 25% of U.S. women experience chronic pelvic pain. This research provides an overview of the pathophysiology of persistent pelvic pain and how it relates to musculoskeletal disorders.
Linking Myofascial Pain to Pelvic Floor Disorders
Researchers examine how pelvic floor myofascial pain may be linked to a broader range of pelvic floor disorder symptoms in women with chronic pelvic pain. This study highlights overlapping patterns that could inform more integrative assessment and treatment strategies.
Breathing Exercises for MS
Researchers review the impact of breathing exercises on women with multiple sclerosis and urinary incontinence in this controlled trial study. This trial aims to provide evidence on whether integrating breathing exercises with PFMT offers superior benefits for managing UI in women with MS compared to PFMT alone.
Endometriosis Guide
PCOS and endometriosis are two distinct conditions that can both impact hormonal health, fertility, and quality of life, but they require different approaches to care. This quick guide breaks down key differences, common symptoms, and current treatment options for each. The guide includes:
A review of what PCOS is
PCOS causes
Symptoms of PCOS
And a review of endometriosis
Pain and Trauma Influencing the Body
Did you know that trauma can have a lasting impact on pelvic floor function? Physical and emotional trauma often manifest somatically, contributing to chronic tension, pain, and dysfunction. The article includes:
A review of the pelvic floor
How trauma can affect the pelvic floor
What happens if trauma goes untreated
How to overcome trauma
Advances in Pharmacotherapy of Pelvic Pain Conditions
In this new editorial from Frontiers, researchers highlight emerging advancements in pharmacotherapy for chronic pelvic pain conditions. These developments aim to address the complex interplay of inflammation, neuropathic signaling, and hormonal influence. Explore the latest therapeutic strategies making their way into clinical conversations.
Podcast Resource: Perimenopause Podcast
Dr. Breanne Mueller joins host Courtney Collen on this episode of Her Kind of Healthy to tackle some of the most pressing—and often overlooked—questions about perimenopause. From hormone fluctuations to emotional shifts, they unpack what many women wish they knew sooner.
Possibilities for New Therapies in Ovarian Endometriosis
Discover how the cellular landscape of ovarian endometriosis offers new insights into the biology of the disease and its persistent symptoms. This detailed analysis uncovers key cellular players that may drive progression and pain, opening the door to novel, more precise therapies.
Postpartum incontinence survey
A new survey reveals a significant gap in medical support for those experiencing postpartum incontinence, despite its prevalence. Many respondents reported feeling dismissed or underinformed when seeking care for this common pelvic floor issue. Explore the full survey summary.
Neutrophils in Endometriosis
New research sheds light on the role of neutrophils in the pathogenesis of endometriosis, highlighting their contribution to chronic inflammation and lesion development. Once thought to play a minor role, these immune cells are now recognized as key drivers of disease progression and pain. Understanding their influence opens the door to more targeted, immune-focused therapies for endometriosis management.
Exercises Patients Should Try
What’s the one exercise that everyone should try? Hint: It’s not a kegel! Find out the importance of breath work in this article from Origin. The article reviews how to do diaphragmatic breathing exercises.
Multimodal Approaches to Chronic Pelvic Pain
Researchers highlight the benefits of multimodal physical therapy for women with chronic pelvic pain in this article from Contemporary OB/GYN.
Video Resource: Unpacking Endometriosis Interview
Ali Rogin from PBS News sits down with gynecologic surgeon Dr. Laura Homewood to unpack why endometriosis diagnosis takes “so long” in this ongoing series, “Unequal Treatment.”
Is it Endometriosis…or Something Else?
Could it be endometriosis? Here are 7 common conditions with eerily similar symptoms:
Pelvic inflammatory disease (PDI)
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
Ovarian cysts
Adenomyosis
Uterine fibroids
Interstitial cystitis
Myofascial pain